James Rodriguez celebrates scoring against Japan in the 2014 World Cup in Brazil

James Rodriguez has apparently been told he has no future at Real Madrid, which should see Manchester United executive vice-chairman Ed Woodward's ears prick up.

Real spent £62m on Rodriguez following his captivating performances in the 2014 World Cup but he has under-performed at the Bernabeu and is no longer regarded as a first-teamer.

The 24-year-old spoke about his desire to stay with the club despite not being involved in the Champions League final at the weekend, saying: "You never know but I want to continue here and my idea is to have many more years with the club.

"I am happy here. All the people close to me are happy too. It's the ideal club and I want to be here."

There is, realistically, one club who would stump up the £60m Real are said to value Jorge Mendes client Rodriguez at and that's United. It has the makings of Angel di Maria Mk. II but Jose Mourinho has the final say on transfers and he is supposedly not as keen on Rodriguez as United's suits are.

Karim Benzema is one Real forward who has no intention of leaving the Bernabeu.

Elsewhere, United have reportedly made contact with Bordeaux over youngster Adam Ounas. The 19-year-old has caught the eye this campaign with six goals in 28 appearances and is said to be seen as one for the future.

Jose Mourinho speaking to Ryan Giggs

And finally, there are reports Ryan Giggs is set to end his 29-year association with United now Mourinho has arrived.

Giggs, 42, has been offered a 'downgraded' role to remain at United and had a 'face like thunder' when he arrived at his Worsley restaurant, having left Carrington last week.

Given the Welshman's age, it is perhaps time he took the plunge and earned his managerial stripes elsewhere.